What is the cheapest way to get from Helmstedt to Aachen?

The cheapest way to get from Helmstedt to Aachen is to bus which costs €35 - €80 and takes 9h 16m.

What is the fastest way to get from Helmstedt to Aachen?

The fastest way to get from Helmstedt to Aachen is to drive which takes 3h 38m and costs €60 - €95.

Is there a direct train between Helmstedt and Aachen?

No, there is no direct train from Helmstedt to Aachen. However, there are services departing from Helmstedt, Bahnhof and arriving at Aachen Hbf via Koeln Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 26m.

How far is it from Helmstedt to Aachen?

The distance between Helmstedt and Aachen is 467 km. The road distance is 446 km.

How do I travel from Helmstedt to Aachen without a car?

The best way to get from Helmstedt to Aachen without a car is to train which takes 5h 26m and costs €70 - €140.

How long does it take to get from Helmstedt to Aachen?

It takes approximately 5h 26m to get from Helmstedt to Aachen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Helmstedt to Aachen train from?

Helmstedt to Aachen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Helmstedt, Bahnhof station.

Train or bus from Helmstedt to Aachen?

The best way to get from Helmstedt to Aachen is to train which takes 5h 26m and costs €70 - €140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €35 - €80 and takes 9h 16m.

Where does the Helmstedt to Aachen train arrive?

Helmstedt to Aachen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Köln Hbf station.

Can I drive from Helmstedt to Aachen?

Yes, the driving distance between Helmstedt to Aachen is 446 km. It takes approximately 3h 38m to drive from Helmstedt to Aachen.

How do I get a train ticket from Helmstedt to Aachen?

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Helmstedt to Aachen - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Helmstedt to Aachen by train (Eurostar), bus, car, or train

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Helmstedt, Bahnhof to Köln Hbf55
2. Take the train from Koeln Hbf to Aachen HbfRe
5h 26m
€71–139
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Brunswick central station to Aachen station westN3204
9h 16m
€40–79
Drive 446 km
1. Drive from Helmstedt to Aachen446 km
3h 38m
€64–92
Train via Hanover
1. Take the train from Helmstedt, Bahnhof to Hannover Hauptbahnhof56 / ...
2. Take the train from Hannover Hauptbahnhof to Düsseldorf Hbf10 / ...
3. Take the train from Duesseldorf Hbf to Aachen WestRe
5h 43m
€54–129
Bus via AACHEN, Wilmersdorfer Strasse
1. Take the bus from Braunschweig ZOB to AACHEN, Wilmersdorfer Strasse
10h 51m

Helmstedt to Aachen by train

8Weekly Trains

5h 26mAverage Duration

€71Cheapest Price

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Distance: 466.8 km
Duration: 5h 26m

What companies run services between Helmstedt, Germany and Aachen, Germany?

You can take a train from Helmstedt, Bahnhof to Aachen Hbf via Koeln Hbf in around 5h 26m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Brunswick central station to Aachen station west once daily. Tickets cost €30–60 and the journey takes 7h 50m.

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